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ArticleInternational journal of environmental research and public health2026

Changes in Dietary Patterns and Environmental Footprints Among University Students: A Retrospective Study.

Gordana Kenđel Jovanović, Greta Krešić, Elena Dujmić, Mihaela Sabljak, Sandra Pavičić Žeželj

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Gordana Kenđel JovanovićDepartment of Health Ecology, Teaching Institute of Public Health of Primorsko-Goranska County, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia.ORCID 0000-0002-8694-8761
Greta KrešićDepartment of Food and Nutrition, Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management, University of Rijeka, 51410 Opatija, Croatia.ORCID 0000-0002-3432-2687
Elena DujmićDepartment of Food and Nutrition, Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management, University of Rijeka, 51410 Opatija, Croatia.ORCID 0009-0006-7313-2110
Mihaela SabljakDepartment of Health Ecology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Rijeka, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia.
Sandra Pavičić ŽeželjDepartment of Health Ecology, Teaching Institute of Public Health of Primorsko-Goranska County, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia.ORCID 0000-0001-7943-0617

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backgroundUniversity students are often exposed to environments that encourage unhealthy eating, but universities can promote better health and sustainability by making sustainable food options more accessible.

methodsTemporal changes in dietary patterns and environmental footprints of 1684 students at the University of Rijeka, Croatia, over a 16-year period (2009-2025) were retrospectively analyzed using data from 3 cross-sectional studies.

resultsA significant transition toward less sustainable diets, increased consumption of animal-based foods, and proinflammatory eating habits was observed (both

conclusionsThe findings underscore the need for systemic changes and addressing barriers at the university level to support sustainable eating behaviors. This study offers valuable insights for policymakers, educators, and researchers, which aim to help students become health-conscious and environmentally responsible consumers. Further research is needed to explore the broader factors influencing dietary choices and the long-term impact of future institutional interventions.

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DietEnvironmentFeeding BehaviorStudentsAcademiaAdultCroatiaCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHumansMaleRetrospective StudiesUniversitiesYoung Adultdietary patternsenvironmental impactnutrition transitionplanetary health dietsustainable nutritionuniversity students

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